Fires are not allowed at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dogs allowed. Keep dog under control at all times. Other pets on conservation land rules.
Fees
Free.
Drive 10 km from Taupō through Acacia Bay and take Mapara road. Turn off into Whakaipo Bay at the DOC signpost.
Drive down a well-maintained pumice road to the camping area.
Certified self-contained vehicles only: No camping in tents or other vehicles. The facilities are not adequate to support campers who are not self-contained.
Walk or mountain bike Whakaipo Bay tracks.
Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre
| Phone: | +64 7 892 3729 |
| Email: | tongarirovc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: | Whakapapa Village State Highway 48 Mount Ruapehu 3951 |
| Hours: | Visitor centre hours and services |